What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Designer position at Blair + Mui Dowd Architects?
Blair Mui Dowd Architects is a medium-sized architectural firm in New York City specializing in programming, planning, and design of clinical, educational, research, and community facilities. Areas of expertise include new construction, vertical expansion, occupied renovation, and adaptive reuse on a variety of scales.
We are currently seeking a talented and enthusiastic Intermediate Designer / Architect with 5 years experience in commercial and/or institutional design to join our team. Healthcare, laboratory, and education experience a plus. The candidate will work with a team on a range of projects from master planning to complex healthcare and laboratory projects for nationally recognized Institutions.
Position Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with, and lead a team of designers in all phases of small, medium, and large-scale projects, under the direction of a Project Manager or Principal
- Research and develop architectural design concepts that match the client and firm’s aesthetic, functional goals, and budget
- Coordination with clients and running project meetings
- Design and develop presentation drawings, construction documents, and all project related materials including administrative responsibilities
- Field survey & existing condition documentation, as well as general construction observation and administration activities; Ability to travel preferred
Position Requirements:
- Minimum of 2-5 years' experience in Laboratory, Healthcare, or Institutional work through all phases of design
- BArch or MArch degree from an Accredited Architecture program or foreign equivalent
- Extensive experience in master planning, programming and all phases of design including Construction Documents and Construction Administration
- Strong interest in architecture and belief in environmental responsibility; LEED Accreditation a plus
- Capability and confidence in leading a team through all phases of design and construction
- Strong organizational abilities & ability to effectively handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
- Excellent written and communication skills, including ability to prepare clear, informative presentation materials with strong attention to detail
- Excellent intrapersonal skills including presentations and technical conversations with design team, faculty, staff, leadership, architects, engineers, and building owners
- Graphic skills and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office; Ajera & Microsoft Projects a plus
- Strong understanding of building codes including FGI
· Rendering and visualization skills a plus
- Legal working status in the U.S
- Candidate salary will be commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical insurance & 401k. If you are interested in the Intermediate Designer / Architect position, please submit an online application including resume, portfolio of selected works (max 2MB), and cover letter to Careers@bmdarch.net. Please use "Architectural Designer" in your email subject heading.